African tech startups cater to continent’s needs


France's Deputy Minister for Foreign Trade, Attractiveness, Francophony and French Nationals Abroad Franck Riester (right) tries VR goggles during the GITEX Africa Tech and Startup show in Marrakesh on May 30, 2024. — AFP

African startups, addressing overlooked needs, are putting the spotlight on a burgeoning tech scene, despite challenges like inequality and limited digitalisation.

At the GITEX Africa fair in the Moroccan city of Marrakesh last week, innovations in remittances and healthcare that cater to the continent's demands underscored the thriving sector.

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